Here are some of our favorite spots you may want to check out in beautiful Arizona.
Desert Botanical Garden
1201 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008, (480) 941-1225
Hole in the Rock
625 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008, (602) 495-5458
Right near the Zoo and Desert Botanical Gardens. Great views, a five minute hike from the parking lot.
Sedona
Sedona, AZ 86336
About two hours North of Phoenix, you can find gorgeous red rock hikes, pink jeep tours, and fun restaurants in Sedona. If you go, make sure to visit Tlaquepaque, too! (The hike pictured is Devil's Bridge).
Old Town Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Shopping, bars, saloons, restaurants, Civic Center, art galleries, museums, cafés, farmer's markets ... everything!
Canyon Lake
AZ
Dolly boat rides, swimming, and pretty views. About an hour out of Phoenix/Scottsdale.
Piestewa Peak
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Nice hiking with views of the city, and less crowded than Camelback Mountain.
Salt River Tubing
9200 North Bush Highway, Mesa, AZ 85215, (480) 984-3305
You can rent tubes here and float down the river. Don't forget your sunblock!